Period Inspiration:

The Coquille Crest Louis XV Armchair is inspired by the refined salon seating that flourished in Paris during the height of the Rococo period, when furniture design shifted decisively toward comfort, intimacy, and fluid movement.

Its defining feature - the carved shell or coquille crest - crowns the gently serpentine back, a motif emblematic of Louis XV taste and closely associated with the naturalistic vocabulary of the Rococo. This sculptural flourish is not merely decorative; it signals a period when furniture was conceived as an extension of architecture, ornament, and social life.

The armchair’s cabriole legs, shaped seat rail, and open arms with upholstered manchettes reflect the technical and aesthetic sophistication of eighteenth-century French menuisiers. Every curve is moderated, every transition softened, creating a visual rhythm that feels both graceful and grounded. Designed for salons rather than state rooms, such chairs encouraged conversation, repose, and the cultivated informality that defined elite domestic interiors of the time.

Upholstered in velvet and framed in hand-finished hardwood, this armchair recreates the essential proportions and character of its historic antecedents while remaining faithful to the Louis XV ideal: elegance achieved through movement, balance, and tactile pleasure rather than rigid symmetry.

Material – Pure Teak and Premium Velvet Fabric

Dimensions in Inches:

Overall Height: 37
Seat Height: 18
Overall Width: 24
Overall Depth: 25

Delivery Timeline - Every piece from The Collectors is crafted to order. Production and delivery typically require 4–6 weeks, with occasional extensions reflecting the care, materials, and finishing each object demands.

Customisation – Please email us at hi@thecollectors.in or call at 9886331003, before placing the order, in case you want to customise the wood type, dimensions or polish.

The price mentioned includes all taxes and delivery.

Item code - TCC12

Please Note:
Product images are for design reference. Each piece is individually handcrafted, and natural variations in finish, leather tone, wood grain, and dimensions are part of its character, which make each piece unique. Photographs will be shared during production for your review. Materials such as fabric, leather, and hardware are subject to availability; suitable choices will be offered for your selection where required.